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Smiths Staccato 11 Hydronic 3.2kW Fan Convector Radiator

26. July 2010 14:36
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Smiths Staccato 11 Hydronic 3.2kW Fan Convector Radiator

The Smiths Staccato 11 Hydronic 3.2kW Fan Convector Radiator is a new powerful convector radiator designed to look stylish and to take up minimal space.

The Smiths Staccato 11 Hydronic 3.2kW Fan Convector Radiator is a low-level, wall mounted hydronic fan convector radiator with thermostatic control. This convector heater has proven in tests carried out by BSRIA in August 2008 that the Smiths Staccato 11 Hydronic 3.2kW Fan Convector Radiator is more than 24% energy efficient than a panel radiator in heating up a room.

The stylish design of the Smiths Staccato 11 is a refreshing change from the standard bulky look of a hydronic radiator. Yet even with its small size the Smiths Staccato is one of the most powerful hydronic radiators on the market. On boost mode the Smiths Staccato 11 produces an output of 3.2kW.

Such a powerful hydronic radiator can easily accommodate all room sizes up to 47 meters squared. Also comes complete with a fan only option making it ideal for in the summer time to add a new cool breeze to the room.

The Smiths Staccato 11 Hydronic 3.2kW Fan Convector Radiator is highly unique as it comes in a standard silver chassis however the front fascia panel comes in a massive range of colours. The Smiths Staccato 11 Hydronic 3.2kW Fan Convector Radiator comes in such a massive range of colours that you can request your own colour!

If you wish to have a custom colour for your Staccato 11 that is not listed here please get in contact with our customer sales team, also note that custom colours have a 20 day lead time than the standard 10 days.

The Smiths Staccato 11 has a massive range of features; on normal setting the Staccato has an output of 2.1kW or 7200 Btu/h. On the extra boost setting which increased air flow and power will increase the output to 3.2kW or 10900 Btu/h.

The Staccato 11 comes complete with added extras to aid in installation. The unit includes a supplied mounting bracket and 1.5 meters of cable with a 3A fused spur. The unit must be earthed and is only suitable for two-pipe central heating systems only. It also requires 15mm flow and return connectors as well as a minimum height above the floor level of 100m and a maximum height above the floor level of 500mm.

The Staccato is also surprisingly small with a height of 328mm, depth of 124mm and a length of 805mm. Smaller than other hydronic heaters and yet almost twice as powerful as any other.

However the main selling point of the Smiths Staccato 11 Hydronic 3.2kW Fan Convector Radiator is the options to have any colour you desire. As long as the colour has a HAL code it can be made to order.

The Smiths Staccato 11 Hydronic 3.2kW Fan Convector Radiator offers not only a stylish modern look, but also the power of an electrical unit without any of the extra over heads or costly installations.

To buy or view the Smiths Staccato 11 Hydronic 3.2kW Fan Convector Radiator visit e-tradecounter.co.uk - Staccato 11 Hydronic 3.2kW Fan Convector Radiator.

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Dimplex Fan Assisted Storage Heater

8. March 2010 09:29
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Dimplex Fan Assisted Storage Heater

The Dimplex FXL fan assisted storage heater range has one of the most compact designs which are only slightly larger than the conventional storage heaters. Unlike other storage heaters the Dimplex FXL fan assisted storage heater comes with an internal fan to help boost the heating capabilities.

The Dimplex FXL storage heater also has a simple one touch control system to ensure ease of use. With its simplistic control and with its fan assist the Dimplex FXL storage heater has lower running costs as well.

The Dimplex FXL storage heater is highly energy efficient requiring little or no top up energy during the day to reduce costs, by pulling in power during the night making full use of the electrical power tariffs. The Dimplex FXL storage heater can even add six points to a properties SAP rating.

With a massive range of features the Dimplex FXL storage heater has a built in boost element for supplementary heating, the high speed fan is selectable for faster core discharge in commercial environments. With a thermostatic control of the room temperature which is highly accurate. The fan operation can be controlled via an external timer. With simple assembly for flexible positioning and quick installation and is compatible with all off peak tariffs.

The Dimplex FXL storage heater comes in two different models the FXL18 and the FXL24 the main difference between the models is 2.55kW and 3.4kW, each wattage is suitable for a different sized room.

Many people ask how storage heater work, storage heaters work by pull electricity and power during the night time tariffs and storing them in heat storage bricks. The heat bricks in the Dimplex FXL retain 2.5 more heat than conventional storage heaters.

The core discharge in the Dimplex FXL is achieved by a low noise centrifugal type fan drawing air through the hot core. As it draws the air it heats it and then pushes it out into the room and space around the heater, filling the room with hot moving air. The core discharge is switched on by the room thermostat to allow heat output on demand.

Automatic charging is regulated by a unique system which monitors both the room temperature and the state of the storage core. By monitoring the temperature of the room and the state of the bricks the Dimplex FXL is more intelligent and economic than other storage heaters.

The Dimplex FXL storage heater also comes with a boost heating setting. Provided by a supplementary element which will only operate when the core heat is exhausted, this will temperately draw more power at the current tariff to give a quick boost.

With its ease of use and simple design the Dimplex FXL is perfect for economic homes that wish to make the most of the cheaper night tariffs. Unlike other storage heaters the Dimplex FXL range offers both a storage heater and the benefit of a fan heater to provide added boost.

You can buy the Dimplex FXL and view the Dimplex FXL storage heater range visit e-tradecounter.co.uk – Dimplex FXL Storage Heater.

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Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater

24. February 2010 14:00
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110V Consort Claudgen Portable Fan Heater

The Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater (SKU:  PFH15T) is a highly unique heater, design and manufactured by Consort Claudgen. It is not designed to be run off the mains voltage. Instead it is designed to be run off an 110V supply. This makes this portable fan heater perfect for use on a building site or from any 110V outlets.

A highly durable and robust portable fan heater traditionally styled with a steel outer case on the body for long life. It offers highly efficient and thermostatically controlled on the spot heating with a directed airflow for precision heating.

Despite running from a 110 volt power supply the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater does not suffer from any output loss. The total output of the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater is an impressive 1.5kW. Complete with a fully variant thermostat this makes the portable fan heater supreme when it comes to general versatility.

Unlike other portable fan heaters the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater comes complete with frost protection. The frost protection setting ensures the room or space does not drop low enough to become at risk from frost. With its thermostat it can detect the temperature and adjust its heat accordingly.

One feature which is not always as standard is the half heat control. There can be times when you do not the full 1.5kW to be running, wherever that is to save energy or to maintain the heat, the half heat option helps make the heater more versatile and portable.

Consort Claudgen have always been highly safety conscious, the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater comes with an automatic safety cut out. This will cut the heater from the power supply should the risk of overheating become apparent. The power on indicator makes it clear and simple to view when the heater is on a functioning.

The Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater also comes complete with a fan only setting. Designed to spread and circulate the air in a room or space, this makes it perfect for the warmer months when cool air is required.

The Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater is finished in silky beige to not only protects the outer steel case but to add to the design of the portable fan heater. Easy to use and perfect for on the spot practical heating when a 110 volt fan heater is required.

With its small size the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater is ideal for such a vast selection of opportunities with a height of only 110mm, width of 300mm and a depth 190mm, the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater is not only  small in size but still as powerful as a mains powered portable fan heater. It is very important you remember to not plug the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater into the 240 volt mains.

To buy or view the Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater visit e-tradecounter.co.uk. Design for use around the building site or anywhere else with access to a 110 volt outlet - Consort Claudgen 110V Portable Fan Heater.

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Different Types Of Heating

23. February 2010 16:03
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Different Types Of Heating

There are many different heaters to choose from, however all heaters falls into four different categories. Each category of heating has its own advantages and disadvantages, it is always important to ensure to choose the correct type of heating for your home or business.

Firstly it is important to understand why the choice of heater can have such an impact. In the end it comes down to not power, but where the heater is and how it is used. For example if you have a large living room or office you do not want a heater that only heats directly in front of it. On the other hand to keep a section of room warm and be economic you do not want a heater which will fill the room with heat.

The first type of heater, the most common, is the convector heater. In a convection heater, the heating element heats the air next to it by conduction. Hot air is less dense than cool air, so it rises due to buoyancy, allowing more cool air to flow in to take its place. This sets up a constant current of hot air that leaves the appliance through vent holes and heats up the surrounding space.

The second type is the radiant heater. Radiant heaters contain a heating element that reaches a high temperature. The element is usually packaged inside a glass envelope resembling a light bulb and with a reflector to direct the energy output away from the body of the heater.

The third type is the storage heaters. A storage heating system takes advantage of cheaper electricity prices, sold during low demand periods such as overnight.

The final type of heating is the A fan heater is a variety of convection heater that includes an electric fan to speed up the airflow. This reduces the thermal resistance between the heating element and the surroundings, allowing heat to be transferred more quickly.

It is possible to have heaters which combine different types of heater together to increase the power for use of a heater. An example would be a storage heater with a boot option; the boost option is normally an extra fan which temperately turns on to boost the heat in the room.

The advantage of having multiple types of heating built into one is the increased versatility. Whereas most heating types have their limitations, by combining heating methods and types you remove restrictions that would normally cost a heater.

You must take into account where the heater will be placed. Heaters that are not in direct view need to spread the warmth in the room and not heat directly. If you choose a high powered heater and misuse how it was indented you can put yourself at risk.

To view all our heaters and different heating types visit e-tradecounter.co.uk or call us on our phone line. It is important to ensure you get the correct heater for your needs. We ensure all the heaters we sell are appropriate and fitted to your needs.

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Budget Economic Heaters

22. February 2010 15:04
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Budget Heaters

Electric heating can be expensive, however here at e-tradecounter we aim to provide for all levels of heating, be it for domestic or commercial use.

DeLonghi Curved Fan Heater (SKU: HVE134),
The DeLonghi Fan Heater is a small portable heater designed for on the spot heating around the home or office. Despite the small size the DeLonghi Fan Heater packs a powerful punch at 2.4kW, it also comes with the option to have half heat, which produces 1.2kW. One of the most impressive features is the frost protection. Using the inbuilt thermostat the DeLonghi Fan Heater can turn on when the temperature drops below 5 degree centigrade, this a useful feature due to the damage frost can cause in the colder sessions.

Also with the DeLonghi Fan Heater comes the automatic cut out control. Should the heater ever become covered the DeLonghi Fan Heater will cut out and stop before causing a hazard. Highly economic and complete with a fan function for rotating cool air in the hotter months the DeLonghi Fan Heater has an incredibility low price. To view and buy the DeLonghi Fan Heater visit e-tradecounter.co.uk – DeLonghi Fan Heater.

Dimplex Portable Fan Heater (SKU: DXFF20TS),
The Dimplex Portable Fan Heater Range is a large portable fan heater range from Dimplex. Affordable, economic and backed by a major brand name, the Dimplex Portable Fan Heater is ideal for a wide selection of applications. The range also features heaters with LCD screens to create a greater degree of accuracy when monitoring the heater and temperature.

With its easy to use controls and vast range of features the Dimplex Portable Fan Heater is perfect for around the home. With added features on different models expanding the functionally of these little portable heaters, ranging from 2kW to 3kW you have a heap of options for what suits you. One of the major advantages of the Dimplex Portable Fan Heater over other electrical heaters is the light weight, with all the models under 2kg. To view the Dimplex range of Portable Fan Heaters visit e-tradecounter.co.uk – Dimplex Portable Fan Heater.

Dimplex FrostWatcher Convector Heater (SKU: FW600),
Unlike the other heaters this particular model is not the most powerful or the biggest, in fact it is the smallest of the three. This plays to its advantage as it only weighs 1.12kg, making it perfect for taking camping or in a caravan. Designed for low level localised heat, the Dimplex FrostWatcher is design to be placed where you need the heat. Unlike the other models which are designed for heating a room or space the FrostWatcher is design to simply keep away frost.

Designed to be left on for long periods of time and with no moving parts the Dimplex FrostWatcher was made to run all day and run simply heating a selected space, manufactured with safety in mind and fire resistance coating to ensure safety. However unlike the other heaters the Dimplex FrostWatcher has to be wall mounted. This may cause some problems. To view the Dimplex FrostWatcher and for more information visit e-tradecounter.co.uk – Dimplex FrostWater Convector Heater.

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Dimplex Living Art Display Fan Heater

17. February 2010 11:43
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Dimplex Living Art Display

The Dimplex Living Art Display Unit (LVA191) is a unique solution to contemporary style and warmth. This up market stylish fan heater is a one of a kind art piece mixed in with a powerful quiet fan heater. With 8 different moving and smothering scenes not only do you have an ever changing heater but a feature of the room.

Wall mounted with a TFT display in landscape format, the Dimplex LVA191 is ideal for a room requiring a centre piece. With its range of visual displays and a choice of audio playback the Dimplex LVA191 is perfect for setting the scene and keeping it warm. All the movies and audio playback is all stored on a highly compact flash card which comes with the fan heater.

A selection of visual scenes include the four season, a roaring log, a cosy coal fire, a dying embers log fire and a soothing aquarium. With the fan heater finished in black the stylish design and visual audio scenes creates a whole new atmosphere.

However you are given total control over the Dimplex LVA191, with onboard controls and a remote control for flexibility. You can adjust the volume, change the picture and the heating. With the twin fan heater you get the benefit of different levels of power. The maximum power is 1.2kW, meaning you will never have to worry about over heating a room, avoiding the damages that can effect wallpaper, other items and features in a room.

With a height of 440mm, width of 690mm and a depth of only 70mm the Dimplex LVA191 Living Art Display is ideal for fitting in a living room, dining room or rooms of comfort and relaxation.  With unparalleled design and style the Dimplex LVA191 is ideal for around the modern home.

In our tests we found that the Dimplex LVA191 Living Art Display was heavy and had to be wall mounted. This may pose an issue for the elderly or anyone that wishes to move the heater. However it was designed as an art piece to be kept in one place. The control over the Dimplex LVA191 was fantastic; it was easy to change any of settings via the remote control or even on the inbuilt controls.

The one issue with all fan heaters is the noise they make due to the moving fan part, we had worries over the fact the Dimplex LVA191 has two twin fans that the noise would be very noticeable. We were surprised by the super quiet running of the fans. However if you do turn off the audio you can hear the hum of the fans when close by. It is suggested for the best effect of this heater to have some soft background noise, with the inbuilt speakers this is easy to achieve.

Another key point was the low 1.2kW output. The heater was powerful for a small sized standard room in a house or flat. However in a conservatory or un-insulated area the heater will suffer from heat loss.

To buy the Dimplex LVA191 Living Art Display visit e-tradecounter.co.uk – Dimplex LVA191 Living Art.

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Consort Claudgen Slimline LST Fan Heater

10. February 2010 09:34
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Consort Claudgen Slimline LST Fan Heater

The Consort Claugden wall mounted Low Surface Temperature fan heater is the latest low surface fan heater by Consort Claugden, with a slim and contemporary design the Consort Low Surface Fan Heater is ideal for tight spaces where space is limited.

The Consort Low Surface Fan Heater has been designed with safety and space saving been priority. The Consort Low Surface Fan Heater is incredibility economical to run, with surprising durability. The heater is also designed to be splashproof for use within splash risk areas.
Consort have long had a reputation for quiet operation, the Consort Low Surface Fan Heater is manufactured with a space saving design and quiet operation. The heater is perfectly designed for areas where space saving and efficiency are paramount.

Ideal for nurseries, hospitals and retirement homes, with their low surface temperature and thermostatic ally controlled fan, these heaters provide both a high level of safety, controllability and style.

With a selection of 1kW or 1.5kW and a choice of colours between Dove White or Stainless Steel, with a wireless controlled model available. The wireless control model requires a CZC1 controller to interact and control the heater. The maximum surface temperature of 43 degrees centigrade to comply with the department of health guidelines, with concealed controls to ensure safety. Extremely accurate variable thermostat with frost protection setting, as well as a fan only setting for air circulation and an automatic safety cut-out.

The Consort Low Surface Fan Heater is splash proof to IPX4 for use in bathrooms and other damp areas. Hinged wall mounting system for easy installation and decorating. Complete with a fitted cable and half heat switching the Consort Low Surface Fan Heater is ideal for immediate fitting.

In our tests of the Consort Claugden wall mounted Low Surface Temperature fan heater we found the heater to not only be durable and reliable but effective at heating the room. With our test we choose to use the wireless controlled low surface temperature fan heater, for these tests we did require the CZC1 controller as well.

Fitting the heater was fast and easy with the pre made fitting hooks. We were able to simply choose the location and fit the hooks on the wall. With its slimline design we were not limited to where to fit the heater, unlike other fan convector heaters which take up too much room we were able to fit the heater around our wishes than changing the layout to match the heater.

The controller was easy to use and set up. The link between the heater and control was quick and easy to set up with minimal effort. It was easy to use the controller to select a temperature for the heater. In the process of testing we also removed the controller and used the inbuilt controls. We found the inbuilt controls where as combatable as the wireless controller when it came to room temperature control. We found the Consort Claugden wall mounted Low Surface Temperature fan heater to be flexible for use around the room and house.

To buy the Consort Claugden wall mounted Low Surface Temperature fan heater visit e-tradecounter.co.uk – Consort Claugden LST Fan Heater.

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Dimplex JCB Heavy Duty Fan Heater

22. December 2009 16:02
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Dimplex JCB Heavy Duty Fan HeaterOne issue builders and other tradesmen has always been the requirement to keep warm in the winter. Working in or building a house without any heating or warmth. Dimplex has answered the requirement with what they call the JCB Heavy Duty Fan Heater. The idea behind the Fan Heater was very simple, a durable, portable and effective heater for indoor use.

The Dimplex JCB Heavy Duty Fan Heater has been constructed with steel front and rear fascia. The JCB Heavy Duty Fan Heater is clearly designed to withstand the shocks and breaks in any situation. Unlike other heavy duty fan heaters the Dimplex JCB Heavy Duty Fan Heater is not an eye sore. Designed with simple principles, the JCB Heavy Duty Fan Heater achieves all of these with flying colours.

Dimplex claim the JCB Heavy Duty Fan Heater is idea for around the work place or in the garage. Testing the Dimplex claim we have taken the JCB Heavy Duty Fan Heater to our garage for the day. The first thing we notice is the length of cable. Two meters of cable meant we had no reason to be literally sitting on the heater. 

The Dimplex JCB Heavy Duty Fan Heater

was designed to be portable, and portable it is. With its small size and integral carry handles the JCB Heavy Duty Fan Heater was a breeze to move around without any issues. The small size meant we could position the fan heater pretty much where ever we could position our self. 

As the JCB heater is a fan heater this meant the heat would flow around the room. Fan heaters use an internal fan to force the around the room. Sadly in larger areas this technology was not as reliable as others. We were about to have the JCB on the other side of the garage and still notice the heat. However in a large open area it may not have been enough.

At first we were disappointed with the lack of an upgrade. The only option was the 3kW fan heater. We then saw the price of the heater and saw it was not designed as the ultimate solution to masses of workers. It was designed to be simple. A small group or team would happily be supported and kept warm by the JCB Heavy Duty Fan Heater.


With its frost protection and choice of heat settings we were highly impressed by the overall performance of the Dimplex JCB Heavy Duty Fan Heater. With its low price and high levels of portability the JCB was easy to use in all situations and affordable.

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